It’s been a long time since we last saw poor old Ian the Sewer Creep, so it came with great pleasure this week to find that creator Mikee Riggs aka Coma21 has teamed up with none other than Hellopike for a brand new one-off micro run! Standing at around 7″ of Japanese soft vinyl, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The one-off “Ian the Sewer Creep” micro-run from Coma21 x Hellopike…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toy’s “Awesome TV” sofubi platform toy announced…
The guys over at Awesome Toy are proud to present something a little different to their current roster of super robots, kaiju and retro-themed figures… introducing the Awesome TV! Inspired by the Indie Toy scene’s extensive selection of “platform” toys – figures that can be customised – the vintage-styled TV’s unique take on the ideaContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toy’s “Awesome TV” sofubi platform toy announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The one-off custom “Eyezon” kaiju from Mechavirus…
Todd Robertson aka Mechavirus has just revealed that he’ll have a pair of one-off custom Max Toy “Eyezon” figures up for grabs this week! Standing at around 9″ tall and featuring articulation in the legs, arms and waist, the pair have been produced in a black soft vinyl, coming in a rich tapestry of uniqueContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The one-off custom “Eyezon” kaiju from Mechavirus…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo at MOAH’s “The Art of Toy” show…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo is proud to introduce to pieces that he’ll have on display at MOAH‘s upcoming “The Art of Toy” show this weekend! First up, we have the ingeniously titled “After Hieronymus Bosch” (top). A one of a kind custom that’s been hand cast by Plaseebo in resin, this ode to Bosch’s fantastical paintContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo at MOAH’s “The Art of Toy” show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Major League” Madballs of Death from Joe Whiteford x Zectron…
Joe Whiteford has teamed up with Zectron for a special “Major League” run of the Madball of Death keshi! Designed and sculpted by Zectron and cast by our very own Tru:Tek, the ingenious 3-part figures have been treated to a number of jaw-dropping one-off paint apps courtesy of Joe, each coming packed in a customContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Major League” Madballs of Death from Joe Whiteford x Zectron…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s “Sleep Crawler” custom for TAG’s Lucid Dream show…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo is proud to announce that he’ll be making an appearance at Toy Art Gallery‘s upcoming “Lucid Dream” group show with his latest custom creation, the super creepy Sleep Crawler! A one of a kind mash-up featuring the head of Kurobokan‘s Sleep Walker sofubi, the piece features a hand cast resin “Octo”Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s “Sleep Crawler” custom for TAG’s Lucid Dream show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Voodoo” Gnaw-X sofubi from Plaseebo…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo is proud to present the latest one-off custom based on his GNAW-X figure, “Voodoo” #6! Taken from Rampage Toys x Skull Head Butt’s huge collaboration from last year, the 8″ beast features Plaseebo‘s Gnaw head sculpt on top of SHB’s standard “X” body. Jointly produced by Rampage Toys’ Jon Malmtsedt and Marmit, the softContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Voodoo” Gnaw-X sofubi from Plaseebo…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt, Kagemaru and Leo Sofvi Bouya at Toy Art Gallery’s “Abnormable” group show…
Toy Art Gallery are proud to announce that their latest group show, the rather aptly titled “Abnormable”, will be opening it’s doors this coming Saturday, June 13th! Showcasing works from unlikely trio Splurrt, Kagemaru and Leo Sofvi Bouya, the show will play host to a number of original one-off custom toys – including the pictured BrokenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt, Kagemaru and Leo Sofvi Bouya at Toy Art Gallery’s “Abnormable” group show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Camo” Domino Jack micro-run from Mechavirus x Paul Kaiju…
Todd Robertson aka Mechavirus has just revealed that he’ll be taking on Paul Kaiju‘s Domino Jack sofubi for a special “Camo” micro-run! Limited to an edition of just 3, the space cowboy cyborgs have each been treated to unique camo-style sprays and a number of Todd’s signature “mecha” enhancements. Due to touch down in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Camo” Domino Jack micro-run from Mechavirus x Paul Kaiju…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The one-off “T1O” Rimey sofubi from GRUP Design…
The guys over at GRUP Design are proud to reveal that their debut sofubi – “Rimey” from The Midnight Parade -is now up for grabs in a special one-off “T1O” colorway! Based on GRUP’s signature mummy character, the Kenth Toy Works-sculpted figure stands at around 4″ tall and features 2 points of articulation, this time around comingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The one-off “T1O” Rimey sofubi from GRUP Design…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Hell Raiser” Night Gamer #4 from Plaseebo…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo is proud to introduce the fourth figure in his ongoing line of Night Gamer customs inspired by cult horror flick Hell Raiser, finally taking on the leader of the Cenobites… the mighty Pinhead! A one of a kind custom featuring inset “human” eyes, open wound lines, metal pin inserts and an internal motion activated color-changing LEDContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Hell Raiser” Night Gamer #4 from Plaseebo…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Mab Greaves x Blurble “Illuminati Doughnut Sparrow” resin figures…
With the first round releasing to instant sell-out success early last year, Mab Greaves is proud to reveal that she’s been hard at work on a new batch of Blurble‘s Sparrow resin figures! Entitled the “Illuminati Doughnut Sparrows”, the fun little guys – digitally sculpted by iamscumbag and cast by Dubose Art – have been treated toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mab Greaves x Blurble “Illuminati Doughnut Sparrow” resin figures…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Cheap Toy” one-off sofubi from Bukimi Blasters…
Shigeo Endo over at Bukimi Blasters is proud to announce the arrival of his latest one-off “Cheap Toy” sale! Featuring a total of 8 completely unique custom figures, each come with a number of mixed vinyl from both “Evil Demon” and “Bukimi Kun” releases, including clear, blue, pink and yellow blanks, hand painted parts and headsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Cheap Toy” one-off sofubi from Bukimi Blasters…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New “Chi-Chi”, “Nei” and “Nenne” sofubi from Cherri Polly…
Originally revealed in test-shot form way back in January, the new “Chi-Chi” and “Nei” heads for Cherri Polly‘s adorable Nenne sofubi are finally making their debut this weekend as part of a huge online sale! Joined by limited runs of Nenne in “Brown Tabby”, “Tiger” and “Gold/Silver” colorways, the pair’s first release sees them in aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New “Chi-Chi”, “Nei” and “Nenne” sofubi from Cherri Polly…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Ko-Re Ko-Re exclusive Uamou sofubi minis…
UK-based Japanese collectable importer/distributor Ko-Re Ko-Re are proud to reveal that they have a limited number of custom Uamou sofubi minis up for grabs! Originally making their debut at ToyCon UK a few weeks back, the adorable 3″ tall figures have been cast in a matt black soft vinyl this time around, coming complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Ko-Re Ko-Re exclusive Uamou sofubi minis…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Skinner x Unbox Industries’ “OG” Sextopigon vinyl figure revealed…
Having seen a limited run in blank vinyl alongside an exclusive painted release through Medicom Toy, Skinner and Unbox Industries‘ Sextopigon has just been revealed in a stunning hand painted colorway inspired by the figure’s original artwork! Designed by Skinner and sculpted by David Arshawsky – the original designer/sculptor of the original TMNT line and Skinner’s recentContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Skinner x Unbox Industries’ “OG” Sextopigon vinyl figure revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s “PickleBaby Tank” for Suburban Vinyl’s “Little Green Men” group show…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo is proud to reveal that he’ll be taking part in Suburban Vinyl‘s upcoming “Little Green Men” show with his latest one-off custom, the PickleBaby Tank! A mash-up of Leecifer’s PickleBaby head in clear vinyl and a Plaseebo hand cast resin tank, the 6″ long figure has been fitted with red glassContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s “PickleBaby Tank” for Suburban Vinyl’s “Little Green Men” group show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Scott Wilkowski and Monster Worship’s “Spectre of Atma” show at The Clutter Gallery…
The Clutter Gallery proudly announce details of their latest two-person art exhibition, Scott Wilkowski and Monster Worship‘s Spectre of Atma! Set to feature a number of new works from the pair, including both resin and sofubi micro-runs, collaborative figures and one-off customs, highlights revealed so far include the pictured “Sunburst” Real Fighting Greasebat, “Arctic” Mecha GreasebatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Scott Wilkowski and Monster Worship’s “Spectre of Atma” show at The Clutter Gallery…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New one-off “Slime Ape” sofubi from Butcherbrand…
Butch Adams over at Butcherbrand is proud to reveal that his elusive “Slime Ape” sofubi has returned for a special one-off release! Standing at a mid-sized 5″ tall and coming with articulation in the neck and arms, the figure appears to be cast up in a light green soft vinyl, complete with multiple layers ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New one-off “Slime Ape” sofubi from Butcherbrand…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ToyCon UK ’15 mini roundup…
This past Saturday saw ToyCon UK touch down in London’s Bethnal Green for it’s third year of toy-based shenanigans, bringing with it a whole host of worldwide artists and retailers from across vinyl, resin, sofubi and even kaiju this time around. Whilst we could be found over at the Toy Shack booth for the majority ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ToyCon UK ’15 mini roundup…”
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